Hire Support Workers For Ad Hoc Care

Need care support post-hospitalisation or while the main carer is away? Homage’s support workers can provide ad hoc care to assist with activities of daily living at home from 1-hour onwards. Book quality ad-hoc elderly care in Australia today.

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Why Use Ad Hoc Caregivers

Families may occasionally need temporary care support, especially when the primary caregiver is busy with other commitments, or simply need a break. While there are many long-term care facilities such as nursing homes and daycare centres in Australia, families sometimes struggle to find suitable short-term care options.

Without proper care support at home after a discharge, many face the risk of hospital re-admission, especially for seniors and those who live alone. Making care arrangements for the transition from hospital to home takes time, and a family member often takes on the role of the primary caregiver in the interim. Without proper caregiving background, training and knowledge, they may not be able to deliver the best care and can easily be overwhelmed by this additional role.

What Can an Ad Hoc Support Worker Help With?

Respite Care

Take a break to rest and recharge while our Care Pros take on the caregiving duties.

Post-Surgery

Focus on recovery and leave the complex nursing care in the hands of our experienced nurse Care Pros

Night Care

Care provided through the night to assist with toileting or nursing needs, prevent wandering and reduce fall-risk.

Cost of Hiring Ad Hoc Care

We offer flexible pay-as-you-go pricing to ensure you or your loved one receives the care needed. We accept both private and government funding options with no lock-in contract. View Pricing.

Proper Care Support Can Enhance Recovery and Reduce Caregiver Stress

Proper care support can enhance recovery and reduce caregiver stress. Having proper care support, a suitable home environment and carers equipped with the right skills and knowledge play a key role in wellness and recovery.

Those who need temporary care support after discharge or when the primary carer is away can engage an ad-hoc support worker. This ensures that your loved ones receive quality care, while you have peace of mind as you take time off to yourself to rest or for other commitments. Besides benefitting the wellbeing of your loved one and preventing re-admissions, it also helps to keep the primary caregiver’s burnout and stress at bay.

Government and Private Funding Options Available

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

Let us support you as you realise your goals in independent living. We respect every person’s diversity, culture and identity.

As a registered NDIS provider, we provide disability support to all NDIS participants no matter your funding:

NDIA-managed
Homage will submit your service invoices to NDIA via the NDIS portal. NDIA will be responsible for your service payments.

Self-managed
Homage will issue you the service invoices directly via email. You will be responsible for your service payments.

Plan-managed
Homage will issue your service invoices to your plan manager. Your plan manager will be responsible for your service payments.

Home Care Package (HCP)

Age with dignity and grace in your home and community with support from our certified Care Pros. We respect every person’s diversity, culture and identity.

If you self-manage your HCP, you can use our aged care services. Simply link Homage with your self-managed provider, and you are all set to book our services using your HCP funding.

WorkSafe 

Recover from work-related injuries or illnesses with quality care and peace of mind.

You can use WorkSafe funding to engage Homage as your service provider with a medical referral and prior approval from your WorkSafe agent.

For more information, visit WorkSafe Victoria’s official website. Speak to a Homage care advisor at 1300 705 029 today to arrange your recovery service!

We also support private clients and individuals who are on the government waitlist but require care urgently. Get in touch with us at 1300 705 029.

Why Families Prefer Homage

Zero Commitment

Book flexible care solutions from 1 hour with no ongoing commitment required.

No Management Fee

Pay only for the care services you receive.

Transparent Pricing

Know the exact cost of service before booking.

Dedicated Care Professionals

Receive quality care from a carefully selected pool of experienced Care Professionals.

Urgent Care Support

Find support for your urgent care needs.

Personalised Care Plans

Let Homage Care Advisors create a care plan specific to your needs and choices.

Long Term Care Packages

Allow your funding to last longer with our long term packages that offer the same quality care at at lower cost.

Care Reporting

Receive a care report after every visit so you understand the care your loved ones have received for peace of mind.

How does Homage work?

How it Works - Step 1

Speak to a Care Advisor

Call us at 1300 705 029 or request a callback from our friendly Care Advisory team. Learn more about our range of services and find out how Homage Care Professionals can help.

How it Works - Step 2

Make a Care Plan together

We will work with you to develop a personalised Care Plan based on your loved one’s health status, care requirements, and additional preferences.

How it Works - Step 3

Your personalised care begins

Together we will match you and your loved ones with an exceptional Care Professional. Stay up to date after every appointment with detailed reports on the Homage app.

Top Questions About Ad Hoc Care

Service FAQ

Who needs an ad-hoc support worker?

Ad-hoc support workers are suitable for families who need short-term care support for a loved one recently discharged from a hospital or when the primary caregiver is busy with other commitments or need a break.

Trained carers can help deliver quality care and support with activities of daily living in the comfort of your home. For those who need temporary care support post-hospital discharge, part-time carers can also help to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home so you can have peace of mind as you rest and recover.

What is the shortest duration for a care visit?

The duration of a Homage care visit starts from just one hour, depending on the family’s preferences and your loved one’s needs.

Does Homage provide 24-hour care?

Yes, we provide 24-hour home care services. Two Homage Care Professionals will be scheduled for the visits, and care will be split into 12-hour shifts to support you and your loved one round-the-clock each day.

What are Homage ad-hoc care packages?

We have short- and long-hour care packages with varying care durations so that you and your loved one can find a care package which best fit your needs and preferences. Care packages can also help you save up to 25% for multiple care sessions. Reach out to our Care Advisors at 1300 705 029 for more details.

How soon can I get ad-hoc care?

Once you have confirmed that you will like to engage Homage’s part-time caregivers, we can match you or your loved one with a suitable Care Professional as fast as within 24-48 hours.

Who are the Homage Care Professionals?

Homage Care Professionals are Australians (and permanent residents) who are passionate and dedicated to delivering quality elderly care to families and care recipients. 100% local, they are trained caregivers from all walks of life.

Can I use my Home Care Package (HCP) funding for Homage ad-hoc care?

You may use your Home Care Packages (HCP) to engage Homage services if you self-manage your HCP. You may connect Homage with your registered Self-managed provider to facilitate service bookings using your HCP funds.

We support both private clients and those on government waitlist but require care urgently. Please speak to our Care Advisor today at 1300 705 029 if you require care support.

Can I use my NDIS funding for Homage ad-hoc care?

You may use your NDIS funds to engage Homage services if:

1) You self-manage your NDIS funds – you may directly book services with us. Homage will issue you the service invoice for you to submit claims.

2) A plan manager manages your NDIS funds – you may connect Homage with your plan manager to facilitate service bookings using your NDIS funds.

We support both private clients and those on government waitlist but require care urgently. Please speak to our Care Advisor today at 1300 705 029 if you require care support.

What our customers say

An efficient and convenient service

Extremely professional caregivers who have created a wonderful relationship with my mother. She always looks forward to CP Catherine and CP Christina's visits. The app is so easy to use as well and makes tracking our appointments and report follow-ups a breeze.

Alice
Friendly, professional, attentive caregivers

Awesome one stop portal for my mother's medical needs. A pool of Professional caregivers are great customer service support. Thanks Homage!

Jonathan
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